1968 Mercedes-Benz 600 vs. 1978 Holden GTS
To start off, 1978 Holden GTS is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Mercedes-Benz 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Mercedes-Benz 600 would be higher. At 6,330 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Mercedes-Benz 600 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Mercedes-Benz 600 (248 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 1978 Holden GTS. (158 HP @ 4550 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Mercedes-Benz 600 should accelerate faster than 1978 Holden GTS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Mercedes-Benz 600 weights approximately 1295 kg more than 1978 Holden GTS. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1968 Mercedes-Benz 600 (500 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 173 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Holden GTS. (327 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1968 Mercedes-Benz 600 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Holden GTS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Mercedes-Benz 600 | 1978 Holden GTS | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Holden |
| Model | 600 | GTS |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6330 cc | 4141 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 248 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4550 RPM |
| Torque | 500 Nm | 327 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 2770 kg | 1475 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6250 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3910 mm | 2830 mm |
